Missouri / Elementary and Secondary Education
Agency file
The Elementary and Secondary Education administers public education — funding, academic standards, and the operation of schools.
In 2025, this agency had 2,813 employees with median total compensation of $30,007; the highest distinct record was $245,073.
What the records show
These summaries compare pay within the agency before listing individual records.
How 2025 total compensation is spread across the 2,813 employees. Each bar is a pay range; taller bars mean more people earn in that range. The amber line marks the median ($30,007) — half earn less, half more. The far-right bar collects the highest earners.
What an average paycheck here is made of — base salary versus overtime, other pay (bonuses, allowances), and benefits. A large overtime or other-pay share means take-home often exceeds base salary.
The pay ladder for this department. Someone at the 90th percentile earns $68,161 — more than 90% of the department; the 10th percentile earns $2,187. The shaded band is the middle half of employees (25th–75th percentile).
The most common job titles in this department by headcount, with the median total compensation for each. Click a title to see everyone who holds it.
Trend
How this department's total payroll, headcount, and median pay changed across the 3 published years.
| Year | Total payroll | Employees | Median pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $84.1M — | 2,746 — | $27,299 — |
| 2024 | $89.3M ▲ 6.2% | 2,907 ▲ 5.9% | $25,725 ▼ 5.8% |
| 2025 | $93.7M ▲ 4.9% | 2,813 ▼ 3.2% | $30,007 ▲ 16.6% |
Record list
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Vr Counselor I/Elementary and Secondary Education
Amy Savoy is a Vr Counselor I at Elementary and Secondary Education. 2024 total compensation came to $30,781.
Cook II/Elementary and Secondary Education
Melissa Yarbro holds the role of Cook II at Elementary and Secondary Education. In 2025, their total compensation was $30,753.
Registered Nurse, Bsn/Elementary and Secondary Education
Miqueas Garcia holds the role of Registered Nurse, Bsn at Elementary and Secondary Education. In 2025, their total compensation was $30,726.
Families First Program Officer/Elementary and Secondary Education
Lindi Wood holds the role of Families First Program Officer at Elementary and Secondary Education. In 2025, their total compensation was $30,668.
Residential Advisor I/Elementary and Secondary Education
Brandon Vasser works as a Residential Advisor I for Elementary and Secondary Education. Brandon earned $30,667 in 2025.
Physical Education Teacher/Elementary and Secondary Education
Matthew South holds the role of Physical Education Teacher at Elementary and Secondary Education. In 2023, their total compensation was $30,645.
Dd Counselor IV/Elementary and Secondary Education
At Elementary and Secondary Education, Rachael Marler serves as a Dd Counselor IV. Their 2023 pay totaled $30,612.
Dd Counselor I/Elementary and Secondary Education
Donald Ashworth is a Dd Counselor I at Elementary and Secondary Education. 2023 total compensation came to $30,604.
Vr Counselor II/Elementary and Secondary Education
Stacy Downard works as a Vr Counselor II for Elementary and Secondary Education. Stacy earned $30,597 in 2025.
Vr Counselor II/Elementary and Secondary Education
Victoria Belcher holds the role of Vr Counselor II at Elementary and Secondary Education. In 2025, their total compensation was $30,597.
Cook II/Elementary and Secondary Education
Ivaleta Blair holds the role of Cook II at Elementary and Secondary Education. In 2025, their total compensation was $30,541.
Nurse Licensed Practical Nurse/Elementary and Secondary Education
Ginger Mistler holds the role of Nurse Licensed Practical Nurse at Elementary and Secondary Education. In 2025, their total compensation was $30,538.
Compliance Inspector/Elementary and Secondary Education
Tanisha Bell holds the role of Compliance Inspector at Elementary and Secondary Education. In 2023, their total compensation was $30,521.
Teacher Aide/Elementary and Secondary Education
Cassandra Gunnels is a Teacher Aide at Elementary and Secondary Education. 2025 total compensation came to $30,510.
Teacher Aide/Elementary and Secondary Education
Judy Gibson is a Teacher Aide at Elementary and Secondary Education. 2025 total compensation came to $30,509.
Compliance Inspector/Elementary and Secondary Education
Lauren Leon holds the role of Compliance Inspector at Elementary and Secondary Education. In 2025, their total compensation was $30,489.
Dd Specialist/Elementary and Secondary Education
Sara Saenz is a Dd Specialist at Elementary and Secondary Education. 2025 total compensation came to $30,473.
Custodial Worker II/Elementary and Secondary Education
Gwen Isom is a Custodial Worker II at Elementary and Secondary Education. 2025 total compensation came to $30,456.
Vr Counselor I/Elementary and Secondary Education
Jennifer Burns is a Vr Counselor I at Elementary and Secondary Education. 2023 total compensation came to $30,425.
Teacher/Elementary and Secondary Education
Juell Brandt is a Teacher at Elementary and Secondary Education. 2024 total compensation came to $30,410.
Teacher Aide/Elementary and Secondary Education
Kori Ross is a Teacher Aide at Elementary and Secondary Education. 2025 total compensation came to $30,387.
Teacher Aide/Elementary and Secondary Education
Amanda Frazier holds the role of Teacher Aide at Elementary and Secondary Education. In 2023, their total compensation was $30,373.
Dd Counselor/Elementary and Secondary Education
Amanda Woodley works as a Dd Counselor for Elementary and Secondary Education. Amanda earned $30,259 in 2023.
Supervisor/Elementary and Secondary Education
Jessica Ash-Schulte works as a Supervisor for Elementary and Secondary Education. Jessica earned $30,202 in 2025.
Administrative Support Assistant/Elementary and Secondary Education
At Elementary and Secondary Education, Jordan Stover serves as a Administrative Support Assistant. Their 2025 pay totaled $30,132.
Teacher Aide/Elementary and Secondary Education
Karen Wallace works as a Teacher Aide for Elementary and Secondary Education. Karen earned $30,101 in 2024.
Director/Elementary and Secondary Education
At Elementary and Secondary Education, Christina Pitman serves as a Director. Their 2025 pay totaled $30,071.
Vr Counselor II/Elementary and Secondary Education
Brittany Ross is a Vr Counselor II at Elementary and Secondary Education. 2025 total compensation came to $30,069.
Executive Assistant/Elementary and Secondary Education
Krystal Hale is a Executive Assistant at Elementary and Secondary Education. 2025 total compensation came to $30,055.
Teacher/Elementary and Secondary Education
Daniel Mckeown is a Teacher at Elementary and Secondary Education. 2023 total compensation came to $30,044.
Registered Nurse/Elementary and Secondary Education
Cheryl Ramey is a Registered Nurse at Elementary and Secondary Education. 2025 total compensation came to $30,007.
Accounting Specialist/Elementary and Secondary Education
At Elementary and Secondary Education, Chrystal Rackers serves as a Accounting Specialist. Their 2025 pay totaled $29,898.
Vr Counselor III/Elementary and Secondary Education
Brittany Ross is a Vr Counselor III at Elementary and Secondary Education. 2025 total compensation came to $29,887.
Program Manager/Elementary and Secondary Education
Mikala King is a Program Manager at Elementary and Secondary Education. 2025 total compensation came to $29,884.
Vr Counselor I/Elementary and Secondary Education
Lisa Armstrong works as a Vr Counselor I for Elementary and Secondary Education. Lisa earned $29,872 in 2025.
Coordinator/Elementary and Secondary Education
Kimberly Presko is a Coordinator at Elementary and Secondary Education. 2025 total compensation came to $29,797.
Vr Counselor III/Elementary and Secondary Education
Rebecca Hill works as a Vr Counselor III for Elementary and Secondary Education. Rebecca earned $29,772 in 2024.
Building Administrator/Elementary and Secondary Education
Sarah Gyles is a Building Administrator at Elementary and Secondary Education. 2025 total compensation came to $29,717.
Teacher Aide/Elementary and Secondary Education
Dolores Kestermont holds the role of Teacher Aide at Elementary and Secondary Education. In 2025, their total compensation was $29,707.
Assistant School Services Director/Elementary and Secondary Education
Christopher Southard is a Assistant School Services Director at Elementary and Secondary Education. 2025 total compensation came to $29,655.